What are the operating hours of EDLW?

Dortmund operates from 04:00 to 20:00.

What is the tower frequency at EDLW?

The tower frequency at Dortmund is 134.175 MHz.

What fuel is available at EDLW?

Dortmund offers JET A-1, 100LL.

Does EDLW require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Dortmund (Germany).

Is customs available at EDLW?

Yes, customs at Dortmund is available from 04:00 to 20:00.

Where is EDLW located?

Dortmund (EDLW) is located in Dortmund, Germany.

What is the IATA code for EDLW?

The IATA code for Dortmund is DTM.

How long is the runway at EDLW?

The main runway at Dortmund (06/24) measures 6562 X 148.

Does EDLW have an ILS approach?

Yes, Dortmund has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 06/24.

Is EDLW a port of entry?

Yes, Dortmund is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Dortmund (EDLW/DTM) — Dortmund, Germany

Dortmund (EDLW/DTM) serves Dortmund, Germany. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (06/24). Field elevation is 425 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 4/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 2/2

Additional Info 10/10

Observed Activity · Jul 23

39 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 19 on the ground · busiest hour 05:00Z

2026-07-182026-07-23

Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals

Data last updated: 2026-04-03

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: EDLW
Name: Dortmund
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 51.518299
Longitude: 7.61224
Elevation: 425 ft
Country: Germany
Municipality: Dortmund
IATA Code: DTM
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: EDGG
Timezone: Europe/Berlin
Distance from City: 10.2 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 06/24

Designation: 06/24
Dimensions: 6562 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: 49/F/C/W/T
Lighting: HIRL, REIL
NAVAIDs: ILS CAT II, VOR-DME, NDB
Approach Types: ILS CAT II, RNAV (RNP), VOR/DME, NDB
Remarks: Displaced threshold 984 ft both ends. Taxiway B limited to aircraft up to 30t MTOM. Elevation RWY 06: 418 ft, RWY 24: 401 ft.

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Frequencies

Tower: 134.175 MHz
Ground: 121.825 MHz
Operations: 129.875 MHz
Traffic/Approach: 125.225 MHz
ATIS: 125.125 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 04:00 – 20:00

Tuesday 04:00 – 20:00

Wednesday 04:00 – 20:00

Thursday 04:00 – 20:00

Friday 04:00 – 20:00

Saturday 04:00 – 20:00

Sunday 04:00 – 20:00

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: 0600-2200 local daily. Summer (CEST): 0400-2000 UTC. Winter (CET): 0500-2100 UTC. Tower: opens 15 min before first movement. PPR for flights outside regular hours.

Contacts

AIS Tel: +49 231 9213650
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +49 231 921301
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: https://www.dortmund-airport.com
Remarks: Traffic Management: [email protected]. Address: Flughafenring 11, 44319 Dortmund.

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: +49 231 9213650
Remarks: PPR required for operations outside 0600-2200 local. Scheduled flights may depart up to 2300 local with prior permission. Landing up to 2330 local with PPR. Max 20 delayed landings per month.

Customs

Open: 04:00
Close: 20:00
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: Summer (CEST): 0400-2000 UTC (0600-2200 local). Winter (CET): 0500-2100 UTC (0600-2200 local). Schengen zone — immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals.

Fees

Landing Fee: 200.00 EUR minimum per departure
Parking Fee: EUR 3.00-6.00 per tonne MTOW per hour; first 2 hours free for turnarounds
Handling Mandatory: No
Currency: EUR
Remarks: Departure fee: 200.00 EUR minimum. First 3 hours parking free for turnarounds. GA fees vary: ~9-14 EUR for trainers (C172), ~33 EUR for PA28, ~143 EUR for SR22 (includes lighting, departure, parking). All fees include 19% VAT. Full schedule: dortmund-airport.com/aviation/schedule-of-charges

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-03
Remarks: Available during operating hours. Multiple suppliers.

Fuel Type: 100LL
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-03
Remarks: Supplied by BP. Accepts credit cards and BP Flightcard. 19% VAT included.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Dedicated GA terminal with separate customs/immigration facilities.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: 20:00
Curfew End: 04:00
Noise Chapter Min: 3
Remarks: Curfew 2200-0600 local (summer: 2000-0400 UTC, winter: 2100-0500 UTC). APU forbidden after 2230 local — GPU must be used. Noise surcharges may apply for Chapter 3 aircraft. Extensions possible with PPR.

Alternates

EDLE

ICAO: EDLE
Name: Essen-Mulheim
Distance (NM): 26.2
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

EDDL

ICAO: EDDL
Name: Dusseldorf
Distance (NM): 34.5
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen port of entry. Bundespolizei on-site. Non-Schengen at Terminal C.

EDDG

ICAO: EDDG
Name: Munster/Osnabruck
Distance (NM): 37.1
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

EDLP

ICAO: EDLP
Name: Paderborn/Lippstadt
Distance (NM): 37.9
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Airport of entry. Schengen Area — no immigration for intra-Schengen. Non-Schengen arrivals processed on site. APIS required for non-EU flights: transmit 60 min prior via TYPE B message to BPOL per §31a BPOLG.

EDLS

ICAO: EDLS
Name: Vreden
Distance (NM): 40.6
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

Airport Services

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Germany Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: No
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: N/A (no permit needed). EASA TCO not required for overflight-only operations.
Landing Lead Time: 2 full working days (individual flights, Sat/Sun not counted). 4 weeks (chains of 4+ flights in a series). First-time applicants: allow additional time for documentation review.

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights generally exempt from permits. Airport PPR may apply.

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Active NOTAMs

C3055/26 caution

VOR issue

OSNABRUECK DVOR OSN 114.30MHZ ON MAINT. DO NOT USE, FALSE INDICATION POSS.

2026-07-27 08:00:00 2026-07-28 10:00:00

C4631/25 caution

Taxiway restriction

USE OF TWY C NOT PERMITTED DURING LOW VIS OPERATION.

2025-12-12 10:00:00 Until further notice

C3210/26 info

CHANGES TO SID DUE TO MAINT OF BAM DVOR/DME: GPS/FMS RNAV OVERLAY REMAIN UNCHANGED. RWY 24: BAMSU 3U AMEND ON R050 BAM TO READ ON TRACK 230DEG AND ADD REMARK AFTER PASSING 2500 BRNAV EQUIPMENT NECESSARY. AMEND 7.6 DME BAM TO READ 13.2 DME DOR. REF AD 2 EDLW 5-7-1 DATED 14 MAY 2026, 5-7-3 EFF…

2026-08-03 07:00:00 2026-08-07 12:00:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of EDLW?: Dortmund operates from 04:00 to 20:00.
What is the tower frequency at EDLW?: The tower frequency at Dortmund is 134.175 MHz.
What fuel is available at EDLW?: Dortmund offers JET A-1, 100LL.
Does EDLW require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Dortmund (Germany).
Is customs available at EDLW?: Yes, customs at Dortmund is available from 04:00 to 20:00.
Does EDLW require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at Dortmund.
Where is EDLW located?: Dortmund (EDLW) is located in Dortmund, Germany.
What is the IATA code for EDLW?: The IATA code for Dortmund is DTM.
How long is the runway at EDLW?: The main runway at Dortmund (06/24) measures 6562 X 148.
Does EDLW have an ILS approach?: Yes, Dortmund has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 06/24.
Is EDLW a port of entry?: Yes, Dortmund is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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